Description
We are seeking a Registered Mental Health / Learning Disabilities Nurse to join our National Autism Unit (NAU) at the Bethlem Royal Hospital. The successful candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary team providing assessment and treatment to men with autism (ASD) and comorbid mental illness.
The role involves:
- Providing direct care to service users on the ward
- Co-ordinating care given by colleagues
- Developing individualized, recovery-focused plans
- Ensuring best practice and compliance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of professional conduct
- Holding the position of Nurse in Charge on shift
- Completing dynamic and individualized risk assessments and management of risk incidences
- Clinical handovers and planning
- Leadership and decision making
- Safe medication management
- Communication and team working
- Supervision and support of junior staff where required
The ideal candidate will have:
- A BSc (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing (or equivalent Level 6 degree)
- Active registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Council register as a Registered Nurse - Mental Health (Part 1)
- Experience of working in a similar setting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
We offer a range of benefits, including:
- Generous pay, pensions, and leave
- Flexible working and support for work-life balance
- Opportunities for career development and progression
- Keyworker housing available on selected sites
The post is permanent, full-time, and band 5, with a salary range of £36,943 to £44,900 per annum.